Hot Tub Forum
Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: Dr. Spa™ Ret. on April 17, 2008, 11:16:56 am
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So it looks like I found about what I was looking for on craigslist. Something basic, something in pretty good condition, and something free!
Looks to be a Suntub, that best I can tell was only made in 1994 by Sundance. Seems to be in rather good condition, at least the shell (no blisters,cracks or discoloring) and what I can see of the skirt (solid with no dry-rot). There's some problems with the equipment (I don't remember what she told me), but, regardless of what it might be, it's an easy fix....besides, chances are I'm going to rip it all out an convert it gas heating.
So, any old timers out there remember, or better yet, know anything about these? Any surprises I might find underneath, on the bottom? Any idea how many gallons it's supposed to hold (nothing mentioned in the manual, yes I have a manual for it :D )
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I think it was a 6 or 5' round spa 200 gallon, if I remember right, 1.5hp pump 35 maybe 50sq ft filter.
I don't think it was an actual acrylic shell, thermal plastic?? Same material H,springs use to use??
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I only had a quick look at it yesterday, really just interested in the condition of the shell and cabinet. My recollection is the spa is 78" round. I like the thermoplastic thought...no blistering to worry about, and it explains why it felt a little "different" under the edge of the wrap over (wasn't enough light to see it properly).
Here's a pic from the manual;
(http://www.rhtubs.com/suntub.jpg)
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The Suntub by Sundance was made for a few years. It was made of acrylic. There is not much to them, so no real surprises. 78" round. 50sq. ft. filter.
Air buttons. 1.5hp, 230v pump. I believe it was just a standard aquaflo pump. The equipment is a bitch to work on, but if you are going to rip it out, no worries then. Bottom is just foam and some wood supports.
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Looked like full foam to me, and I'd swear it was just plugged into a 110v outlet (with a GFCI on the end of the cord).
Yeah, the equipment looked like about the size of a medium dog, shoved into a hole the size of a mouse.... I may just pull the pack, rebuild most of it, and get it working for the time being. Noon tomorrow I pick it up, so I should get a better look at it then ::)
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Well, with the help of 3 people we threw it on the back of my truck.... Could have probably done it with only one person helping. I even got a set of steps, and some chemicals (I'm s bit scared though to open the containers). Not bad for having a manufacturing date of 1995. A little surface rot to a board or two on the bottom, but nothing I intend to worry about. The motors shot, so I ordered a whole new pump. New t-stat, hi-limit and heating element too.... why not? I get em cheap ;D.... Now I just have to scrounge through our 100+ odds and ends covers and find something that fits.....
Last but not least, is a 350 mile drive to it's final destination :o I hope I get that sucker tied down securely.
(http://www.rhtubs.com/suntub2.jpg)
(http://www.rhtubs.com/suntub1.jpg)
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Nice, I like your truck, I have the exact same one, only with company logo's.
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Well, if it's not too late, I sure would not tie it that way. You have it set to push up against the glass - the cab and cargo bed have a lot of motion between them and it can pound and/or rub enough to hurt either spa or glass. Don't ask how I know. And for the price, two-inch wide ratchet straps are a good investment - they don't stretch as much as those one-inch items you have there. Just lookin' out for you bud.
Otherwise, I guess I should not be surprised that you would end up owning something round!! ;D ;DLooks good, and I know you'll have it up and running in no time. Simple, reliable system, and I'm sure you'll have it humming. Congratulations and have fun with it.
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One of the problems with this truck is there's few places to attach tie-downs or straps (I've tied onto the frame in the past). I have around 20 of the skinny ones you see. So far I've only driven it about 10 miles, on city streets. I know about the window issue too ;D , and have a way to deal with it for the 350 mile trip.
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Looks like a set of Sylvan steps made by my friend Michael.
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Does he still have the Buick?
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Does he still have the Buick?
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Are you talkin' to me? :)
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Looks like a set of Sylvan steps made by my friend Michael.
I do believe they are..... and in FINE condition I might add.
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Are you talkin' to me?
Yeah - Michael and Ruth had a gorgeous old Buick. Pristine condition - haven't seen it in years. Just wondered if they still have it.
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Doc, is this spa for you or are you going to flip it? Just curious since your wooden tubs seem much nicer.
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It for my girlfriend (and me :-) )............ though, the thing is in such amazingly good condition maybe I should consider flipping it............ oops, DON'T TELL HER I SAID THAT!
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Doc - I thought you only had one kid. What's with the girl? And that picture does you a LOT of justice.
Also, what's with the truck? You could've gotten that toy tub in your convertible.
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Now there's an idea.......... a patch work cover that looks like a giant Bavarian air plane propeller, and I mount the whole thing on the hood.
DUDE! This spa rocks (and it was free).............. and I can experiment with chemicals and see how I can damage spa covers :-)
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Well, the spa survived the 350 trip! Poured a nice little round concrete pad, in a tiny corner of the yard, under the grape arbor, and slapped down the spa. Threw in a new pump, filled it from three different water heaters on the property, plugged it in, and OMG, it actually works... Dang good thing I filled it from the 3 water heaters.... according to my amp meter, this thing has all of a 750 watt heating element. Can you say 1 degree per hour?
Replaced the t-stat, as it didn't seem to want to shut off............. not that that's much of a problem heating at the speedy rate it does ;D .... Need to replace the time clock too. By next week, hopefully a new insulating cover, floating blanket, and a cover lifter. Landscaping is NOT my responsibility!........ I can't wait till fall and, "baby, peal me a grape".
(http://www.rhtubs.com/suntub3.jpg)
(http://www.rhtubs.com/suntub4.jpg)
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I just was able to pick up one of these Suntubs, and I was wondering where you got parts for it. The guy told me that the thermostat started on fire when it was on the porch and they used a fire extinguisher to put out the small fire it had. There is a ribbon wire that is melted along with a few other small damaged items. I can't find anything online about this thing.